Upcoming Workshops and Events
Pit Fire Workshop at Common Clay Space, Cupertino, CA
January 30-February 01, and February 07, 2026
Participants will learn the best practices for making, trimming, burnishing, firing the wares in the camp fire rings at the beach and discuss finishing options for after the firing. Register
Wheel Throwing Bootcamp at Common Clay Space, Cupertino, CA
Monday, February 2nd (6:00PM - 9:00PM) - Centering and Throwing Off the Hump, Throwing a Wet Chuck
Thursday, February 5th (6:00PM - 9:00PM) - Trimming Using Korean Trimming Tools
Monday, February 9th (6:00PM - 9:00PM) - Throwing Lidded Forms, Trimming Tips for Lidded Forms
Thursday, February 12th (6:00PM - 9:00PM) - Techniques to Throw Taller Vessels
Looking to improve your throwing skills? Come join Miki’s wheel throwing boot camp that’s jam packed with tips and tricks to bring you to the next level! Recommended for participants with at least 2 beginner’s classes under their belt (or equivalent). Register
Wheel Intensive Workshop with Miki at Rocky Hill Arts, Galena, IL
Schedule your private or semi-private session with Miki at her home studio in Galena, Illinois. Rocky Hill Arts is fully equipped with hand-building and wheel work tools, 15 wheels, high performing pug mill, electric kiln, raku kiln, pit fire and a wood fire kiln. Whether you want full or part-time instruction, or just to focus on your own work at your own pace, it is at your fingertips.
Schedule minimum of 3 days, maximum of 10 days.
Long term residency will be discussed case by case.
Teapot Intensive, minimum 3 days
Wheel Skills Development, 3-10 days, depending on focus
Pit Firing (making and firing), minimum 5 days to make, bisque and fire
Fees: $250 per day, per person. Please inquire for groups of 4 or more.
Accommodations: Limited availability on site $150/night.
Clay available for use or purchase based on focus of work.
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